Electrician Jobs in Santee, CA

Electricians play a vital role in the construction industry as they are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in new constructions, renovations, or expansions. Their job typically involves reading and interpreting blueprints, circuit diagrams, and other technical documents, installing electrical apparatus, fixtures, and equipment, running wires and cables, inspecting electrical components for safety and quality control, troubleshooting system failures, and ensuring compliance with state and local building regulations. Electricians also perform routine maintenance to ensure the electrical system is safe and running efficiently.

Important skills for an Electrician include problem-solving, critical thinking, physical stamina and dexterity, and a keen eye for detail. Additionally, they should be familiar with various tools and equipment used in the trade and have a strong understanding of electrical theory, codes, and standards. In terms of certification, most states require electricians to be licensed. This usually involves completing an apprenticeship or technical training program, passing a comprehensive exam, and accumulating a certain number of hours of on-the-job training. Prior to becoming a licensed Electrician, individuals may gain experience and skills in roles such as an Electrician's Helper, an Electrical Apprentice, or a Journeyman Electrician.

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Alarms Control Electrician - 136276

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Perform journey level electrical work in connection with maintenance testing, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, inspecting, modifying and overhaul of campus alarm, control and electrical systems...

Electrician II (Correctional Facility)

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Due to institutional need staff may be redirected to maintain or repair other electrical systems throughout the institution....

Journeyman Electrician

  • La Jolla, CA (13 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • La Jolla, CA (13 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 1 day ago

As an Electrician, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings....

Assistant Electrical Engineer, Transmission & Distribution - Network, Integration, & Automation (San Diego)

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Description The Assistant Electrical Engineer will assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power,...

Temp Services Electrician

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities for this Position Temp Services Electrician Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92113 National Steel and Shipbuilding Com Job Posting End Date: Until Filled Shift: 1 st Security Clearance:...

Electrician

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Ability to use power and hand tools and read composite blueprints, computer printouts, and Navy standards manuals required....

Electrical Journeyman

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Position Overview Installation of electrical systems in portable buildings. Job Functions Layout and install conduit and wire per drawing....

Journeyman Electrician

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 9 days ago

duties: Apply knowledge of all types of electrical conduit so as to measure, cut, bend, tread, assemble and install....

Shipyard Marine Electrician

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The role involves preparing work areas, installing cables and conduits, testing electrical equipment, and reading blueprints and standards manuals....

LEAD ELECTRICIAN - PROMOTIONAL and OPEN- ELIGIBILITY LIST-EXTENDED

  • Vista, CA (24 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Vista, CA (24 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Certification (Electrician Apprenticeship Program) Comments and Other Information Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation,...

Foreman Electrician

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Electrician with conduit experience to join our team....

Marine Elevator Electrician - 24825

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Must have experience performing troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and testing of electrical systems. Must be able to read electrical drawings and schematics....

Electrician - Commercial Refrigeration Install Electrician - Commercial Refrigeration Install

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Knowledge on best practice installation methods and ability to read commercial construction blueprints and specifications....

Electrician Marine B

  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (14 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Lays out, pulls, lifts out and installs cable and conduit. Prepares work area, drills holes and grinds metal surfaces, and welds mounting equipment. Tests electrical equipment....

Industrial Electrician (1st Shift)

  • Vista, CA (24 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Vista, CA (24 miles from Santee, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Proven experience as an electrician. 11. Experience in industrial and/or commercial electrical systems. 12....

Demographic Data for Santee, CA

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Salary for Electrician Jobs in Santee, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Electrician positions.



Highest Education Level

Electricians in Santee, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
29.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.4%
Bachelor's Degree
18.4%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Electricians in Santee, CA
4-6 years
61.1%
2-4 years
14.1%
8-10 years
10.1%
None
9.9%
6-8 years
4.0%
1-2 years
0.6%
Less than 1 year
0.2%


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